The summer transfer season is in full swing, with European powers loading up for the campaigns that have either already begun or are on the horizon with the summer's international competitions in the rear-view mirror.

Manchester United (Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Eric Bailly) and Manchester City (John Stones, Leroy Sane, Nolito, Ilkay Gundogan, Gabriel Jesus, Marlos Moreno) have already spent big, while their competitors both in England and abroad position themselves as well. Early results and injuries are also playing and will continue to play into team's decisions for the remainder of the month.

Tuesday, August 23

Valencia will keep Alcacer, Mustafi: Barcelona and Arsenal appear to be out of luck, as their respective targets Paco Alcacer and Shkodran Mustafi will be staying put at Valencia, at least according to manager Pako Ayestaran.

Chelsea rejected on Romagnoli: Chelsea reportedly bid £30 million for AC Milan center back Antonio Romagnoli only to be denied by the Serie A side, which reportedly wants to hold on to the 21-year-old rising star.

1860 Munich in the Miazga mix: Another young U.S. defender is seeking a new environment as well. Matt Miazga doesn't figure to be in Antonio Conte's plans at Chelsea, and 1860 Munich is reportedly interested in bringing him in on loan.

Mr. Jones and Stoke City?: With Phil Jones not a first-choice defender at Manchester United, he could be eyeing an exit, and Stoke City's assistant manager claims the club is looking to sign him.

Monday, August 22

Mustafi price rises: Arsene Wenger has confirmed Arsenal's interest in Valencia's Shkodran Mustafi, and the Spanish club appears to be taking full advantage. His asking price has reportedly risen to £50 million, with Valencia sensing the Gunners' desperation.

Klopp won't panic buy: Liverpool's defense has leaked five goals in two matches, but following a 2-0 loss to Burnley manager Jurgen Klopp says he would be "an idiot" if he let one result influence his opinions on his squad. Klopp, for one, is not a fan of the transfer mania sparked by the deadline, saying at his Monday press conference, "I really wait for the day when finally the transfer window is closed because I can’t believe how obsessed you all are with this and that you don’t believe for a second in improving things on the training pitch."

Juventus optimistic over Cuadrado: Juventus's president says he's hopeful a move for Juan Cuadrado can be completed in the next few days. After starring on loan at Juve last year, Cuadrado is expected to go on loan for another season in Turin before making the move permanent for £19 million.

Ex-Arsenal duo heading to Turkey: Mathieu Flamini and Emmanuel Adebayor are set to join Caykur Rizespor in Turkey, the top-flight club's coach announced. Agreements in principle with both players have been reached.

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